Imposture Syndrome
Let’s start this discussion with the definition, and expand from there. Imposture syndrome is the persistent inability to believe that one's success is deserved or has been legitimately achieved as a result of one's own efforts or skills.
Now that we’ve established this baseline definition, I want to discuss how it shows up in our daily lives. It’s an ongoing challenge for some of us, and for me there’s a very thin line between remaining humble and slipping into this chronic self-doubt. I often question if I’m good enough, or why I should be considered for something, or accept less than I deserve because I do not believe I’m truly qualified for what’s in front of me. And the reality is that I’m not…
What I am is called. God doesn’t need me to be qualified He just needs me to believe that I’m called by Him to fulfill a purpose on this Earth. That doesn’t require me to do all of the things (or do them perfectly), but it does require my obedience to the things God has called me to do. It’s my job to be obedient and trust Him to make up the difference. Romans 8:28 promises that all things will work together for the good of those who love the Lord and are called according to His purpose. Having the faith that if I do my part, God will provide whatever is needed to accomplish the task is how I work past imposture syndrome.
I focus on what is within my control and that’s my obedience. While we are on the subject of obedience, delayed obedience is disobedience. When you know clearly that God told you to do something, do it. Don’t wait until it’s convenient for you, because often times God’s instructions are inconvenient. In my experience (and with the backing of many examples in the Bible), obedience comes with a blessing attached! I have yet to see an example of someone being blessed in the Bible where they didn’t have to do something to participate. Clearly God doesn’t need our help to bless us, but He wants our partnership. Supernatural blessings are God’s super + our natural. We have to do our part!